1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 33 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 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 300B |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
