1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
