2005 BMW 745 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 745 | 121 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |