1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 678 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | C |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |