1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 386 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
