1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1971 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 (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 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 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5987 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
