1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 965 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 616 | X3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |