2007 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 705 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 335 | 1000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |