2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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 371 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tiburon | 300B |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |