2005 Acura EL vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EL | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
