2001 BMW 735 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 735 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
