2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 407 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Explorer | 300B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3050 mm |
