1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 9 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 198 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1761 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
