2007 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
