1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 1600 | 818 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |