1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 616 | 330 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |