1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 2000 | 818 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |