1985 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
