1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 616 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
