1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 24 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 337 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacer | 300B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
