1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 527 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
