1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1993 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sentia | 600 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3910 mm |