1988 BMW 524 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 524 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
