1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
