1998 BMW 318 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 25 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 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 485 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, 1998 BMW 318 (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
