1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |