1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1972 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 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Cosmo | 135 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2659 mm |
