1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 973 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 616 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2761 mm |
