2006 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 645 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |