1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 975 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Cosmo | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
