1997 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
