1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | C |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |