1962 BMW 700 vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1977 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 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, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
