1995 BMW 317 vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 317 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 317 (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 317 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 317 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
