2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
