2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
