2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5401 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 120 L |