2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3150 mm |
