2007 BMW M5 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (119 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-2. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
