2008 BMW 550 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
