1992 BMW 850 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
