1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F1 90 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F1 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | F1 90 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
