1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Cosmo | 740 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3211 mm |