2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3, 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
