2004 BMW 745 vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1974 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 745 (447 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2320 mm |
