1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 28 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 705 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Maranello | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1645 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 57 L |
