1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1972 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5401 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3300 mm |
