1993 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-7 | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
