1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 56 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 240 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 300B | Jetta |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2578 mm |