1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 894 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
