1978 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1978 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 520 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |