1977 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 Mazda RX-2. 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda RX-2 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | RX-2 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2761 mm |
