1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | C |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |