1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 110 S | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 110 S | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |