1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Cosmo | M5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5000 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2888 mm |