1985 BMW 324 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 324 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
