1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | CL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
