1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1548 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
