1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 31 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Conquest | 300B |
Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3050 mm |