1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 818 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
