1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | CLK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
