2005 GMC Safari vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 51 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 220 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | 300B |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3050 mm |