1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 40 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 600 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
