1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 300 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cordoba | 300S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
