1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 984 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1985 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1985 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | S |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |