1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | SL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |