1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
