Japan vs Germany — 1967 vs 1974
| Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) | 911 Turbo 3.0 (930) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 128 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 96 lb-ft | 253 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2,994 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.7 sec | 5.2 sec |
| Top Speed | 115 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 16.0 sec | 13.5 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,200 mm | 2,272 mm |
| Length | 4,140 mm | 4,291 mm |
| Units Produced | 1,176 | 2,873 |
| Value (Excellent) | $150,000 | $280,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) brings greater rarity, better value to the table, and the 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.0 (930) answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between Japan and Germany automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) versus 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.0 (930) is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.0 (930) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 260 hp compared to 128 hp, a 132-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda Cosmo Sport uses a Twin-Rotor Wankel displacing 982 cc, while the Porsche 911 relies on a Flat-6 Air-Cooled Turbocharged with 2,994 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1974 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.0 (930) edges ahead at 5.2 seconds versus 8.7 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.