1974 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 818 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 818 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
