1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 818 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 818 | M5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2889 mm |