1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-2 | 450 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |