1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-3 | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
