2004 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 716 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
