2007 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
