2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1810 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2300 | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3910 mm |