1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z3 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
