2006 BMW 645 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 645 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
