2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 840 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | S | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
