1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1968 Bizzarrini Manta has manual transmission. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mazda |
| Model | Manta | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
