2011 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 320 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
