1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
