1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
