2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (244 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
