1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 841 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 929 | S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3165 mm |
