1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Buick Skylark. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |