1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Mazda | McLaren |
| Model | Cosmo | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6061 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
