2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 53 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 63 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute (271 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | 300S |
Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |