1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 945 kg more than 1973 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 (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
