2000 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. 1977 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
