1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 921 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (358 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AZ-1 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
