1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 758 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Cosmo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
