1985 BMW 324 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 324 | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
