2007 BMW 328 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
