2005 Honda Life vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (195 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Life | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Life | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
