1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 696 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2002 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
