2007 BMW 118 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
