1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3165 mm |
