1991 BMW M12 vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M12 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
