1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z1 | 818 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |