1990 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
