1972 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |