2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DrifterX | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
