2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 160 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KB | 300S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
