2002 BMW 760 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4. 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 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 760 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
