2005 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
