1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 835 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 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
