1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 283 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5461 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |
