1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 616 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3066 mm |
