1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 523 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Cosmo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
