1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 806 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Cosmo | CC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3600 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2711 mm |