1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 979 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1970 Mazda RX-2 has manual transmission. 1970 Mazda RX-2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-2 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2968 mm |
