2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |