1976 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 915 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-2 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-2 | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
