2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 854 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
