2004 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2. 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 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
