2007 BMW 120 vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
