1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cosmo | SL |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |