1959 BMW 700 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 700 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1769 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |