1972 BMW 3 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 3 | 616 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |