1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3499 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
