1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 18 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaco | 300B |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3050 mm |