2007 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 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 166 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1976 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
