1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 37 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |