2009 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 550 | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |