1977 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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 Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 323 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 812 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
