1972 BMW Touring vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 360 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |