1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | SC |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |