1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1977 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
