1978 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Cosmo | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Cosmo | GT2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |