1992 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 316 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 316 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |