2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DrifterX | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
