1996 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 530 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |