1994 Dodge Venom vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1994 Dodge Venom is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Venom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 648 kg more than 1994 Dodge Venom.
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, 1994 Dodge Venom (339 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm). This means 1994 Dodge Venom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Venom | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Venom | 300B |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
