2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 6 | 300B |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |