1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Mazda R-100 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R-100 | S |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2970 mm |