1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (136 HP @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. 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 E (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1735 kg |
