1975 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 320 | 121 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |