1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
