1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1090 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-2 | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5956 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |