2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1060 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | S | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
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 | 2150 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |