1981 Mazda 121 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1981 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 121. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 121 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 121 | 335 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |