2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3160 mm |