2008 BMW 118 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 580 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 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
