2005 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
