2009 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S 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 254 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 550 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
