1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 13 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-01 | B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2699 mm |
