1992 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
