1980 BMW 725 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 725 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
