2002 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 300B |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |