1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 45 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 32 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lybra | 300B |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |