2008 BMW 116 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
