1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 54 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300B | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
