2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 46 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR 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 51 kg more than 2000 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 2000 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XLR | 300B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
