1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 57 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 775 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Fiat |
Model | 300B | 500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2310 mm |