1973 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda RX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-3 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-3 | ML |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
