1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-4 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3066 mm |
