1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 27 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 328 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mazda | Panoz |
Model | Cosmo | Esperante |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 4601 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |