2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 662 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 300B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
