1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 18 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 164 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1978 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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | 300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |