1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Cosmo | 125 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
