1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1149 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cosmo | S |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5500 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3165 mm |