Mazda Cosmo Sport

vs

Mazda 787B

Japan vs Japan — 1967 vs 1991

Mazda Cosmo Sport (1967)
Mazda 787B (1991)
Specifications
Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A)787B
Horsepower110 hp700 hp
Torque96 lb-ft448 lb-ft
Engine Size982 cc2,616 cc
0-60 mph10.2 sec
Top Speed115 mph225 mph
¼ Mile17.5 sec
Weight2,072 lbs1,830 lbs
Wheelbase2,200 mm2,610 mm
Length4,140 mm4,782 mm
Units Produced1,5193
Value (Excellent)$350,000$35,000,000
Collectibility9/1010/10
Rarity9/1010/10
The Verdict

The 1991 Mazda 787B emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, higher top speed, lighter weight. The 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A) counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

Within the Mazda stable, the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A) and 1991 Mazda 787B represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Mazda badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 1991 Mazda 787B holds a clear advantage in raw power with 700 hp compared to 110 hp, a 590-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda Cosmo Sport uses a Twin-Rotor Wankel 10A displacing 982 cc, while the Mazda 787B relies on a Quad-Rotor Wankel (R26B) with 2,616 cc. The 1991 Mazda 787B claims a higher top speed at 225 mph compared to 115 mph. The Mazda 787B carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 242 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 3 units built, the 1991 Mazda 787B is considerably scarcer than the Mazda Cosmo Sport's 1,519 examples. On the collector market, the 1991 Mazda 787B commands a significant premium over the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A), reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.