1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1957 Suzuki Light is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1957 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 300 | Light |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
