1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250

To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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