2008 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 750 | 818 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |