1971 BMW Touring vs. 1995 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 323 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 323 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1995 Mazda 323 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | 323 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |