1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 478 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Cosmo | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
