1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | TBD |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2955 mm |
