2000 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | 818 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |