1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 300B | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
