1993 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M5 | RX-3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |