2000 BMW 316 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 27 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, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 438 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
