1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2002 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
