1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
