2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 571 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | SLS | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 563 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 649 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1661 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4638 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |