1974 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,598 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | 3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |