1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
