1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 3.3 | 626 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |