1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 754 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-Evolv | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
