2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 120 L |
