1972 Buick GS vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 16 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 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Buick GS.
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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |