2006 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
