1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2143 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
