1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 885 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
