1971 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1975 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Touring | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
