2008 BMW 135 vs. 1975 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1975 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 135 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
