2009 BMW 120 vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
