1994 BMW 518 vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 27 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 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 518 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 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, 1994 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 518 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
