2001 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 31 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1600 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, 2001 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
