1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 57 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 300B | 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2789 mm |
