1988 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
