2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 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 |
