2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sport Wagon | 300S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
