1995 BMW M5 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
