1987 BMW 324 vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 324 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
