2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 407 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 883 kg more than 1978 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Alpina | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |