1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1981 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 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Cosmo | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |