2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 57 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 621 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | 300S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
