1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1987 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3910 mm |