2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1146 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.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | ML | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
