1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 35 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | S | Valiant |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |