1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 950 kg more than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mazda Cosmo | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cosmo | SL |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 4966 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |