1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
