1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 15 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 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
