1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | S |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3090 mm |