2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 36 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 400 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 612 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
