1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2915 mm |
