1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Diablo | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |