1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 43 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP) has 399 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1050 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. 2011 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alpina |
| Model | Cosmo | B7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
