1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 7,253 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (582 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 736 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (721 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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