2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 2005 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | 300B |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1311 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |