1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP) has 697 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | Cosmo | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 791 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |