1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 67 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
