1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
