1999 Audi S8 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 29 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 790 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
