1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Testarossa | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
