1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | 240 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |