1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-01 | S |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4520 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |