1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1952 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1972 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1972 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |