1974 BMW 3 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 3 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 3 | Montrose |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |