1970 Honda N III vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda N III | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | N III | B |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2699 mm |