1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 676 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
