2003 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
