1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Cosmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
