1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 907 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 111 L | 60 L |
