1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | Cosmo | M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2901 mm |
