2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 87 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
