2005 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
