1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1956 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ5 | 300S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1951 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2910 mm |
