1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP) has 399 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
