2006 Lexus IS vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 52 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | 300B |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
