1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 30 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP) has 356 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 614 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Project Vantage | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
