1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
