1991 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
