2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
