1984 Austin Montego vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 30 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 755 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Montego | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Montego | 300B |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |