1963 BMW 700 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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, 1972 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2320 mm |
