1988 BMW 730 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 730 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
