2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. 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 Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
