1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 358 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cosmo | 220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2193 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |