2006 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
