1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
