1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 616 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
