1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 982 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | C |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |