1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |