1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 820 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cosmo | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2745 mm |
