1979 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 (276 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Cosmo | 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cosmo | W 196 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 720 kg |
