1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F40 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
