1979 BMW 732 vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 732 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 1979 BMW 732. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 121, 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 732 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
