1970 Honda Z vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1970 Honda Z and 1970 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda Z | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z | E |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |