2002 BMW 520 vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2002 BMW 520 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 520 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 2002 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 520 | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 520 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |