1975 Honda Z vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
