1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | S |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |