1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 616 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
