1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | 6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |