2009 BMW 128 vs. 1982 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1982 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
