2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 391 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
