1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | SE |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |