2006 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | 818 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |