2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1132 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 837 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | S | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 621 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 999 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1164 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 |