1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1969 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cosmo | 300 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |