2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1973 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z9 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
