2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 655 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
