2000 BMW 328 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1976 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 328 (279 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2320 mm |
