1976 BMW 633 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, both 1976 BMW 633 and 1976 Mazda RX-3 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (194 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 633 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
