2004 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | 818 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |