1998 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1969 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 316 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1969 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
