2001 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
