1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
