1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | 220 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |