2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 765 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | FPV BF GT | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
