2006 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
