1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.

Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model RX-01 S
Year Released 1999 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2610 cc 3500 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary V
Horse Power 217 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3165 mm