2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3000 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
