2009 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1973 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |