2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
