1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda RX-7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |