1978 BMW M1 vs. 1978 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1978 BMW M1 and 1978 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Mazda 323.
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:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1978 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M1 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1415 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
