2012 Lexus LS vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 933 kg more than 1976 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
