1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 323 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | 300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |