2005 BMW 630 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 27 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 764 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 630 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
