1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mazda Levante | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Levante | 300B |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3050 mm |