2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX-8 | 250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
