2005 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
