2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 58 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 300S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
