1963 Isuzu Minx vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Minx is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 675 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Isuzu Minx | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minx | 300B |
Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |