2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
