1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-4 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-4 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3211 mm |
