2009 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |