1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1760 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.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | GL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
