2008 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
