1981 BMW 528 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 528 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
