1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | 220 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |