2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 25 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 447 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 135 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. 1975 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Porsche | Mazda |
Model | Carrera GT | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 102 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |