1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1982 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
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1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1982 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | Testarossa | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |