1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
