1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Cosmo | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |