2006 BMW 550 vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 550 | 818 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |