1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 443 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
