1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 775 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
