1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 768 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5439 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
