1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (176 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 890 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
