2005 Mazda B2300 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1412 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2300 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |