1990 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,615 cc (2 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | 121 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |