1972 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (244 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Touring | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
