1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 55 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. 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, 2009 Renault Scenic, 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, 2009 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic 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 | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 300B | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
