1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 817 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | E | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |