1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Cosmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3164 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2280 mm |
