2009 BMW 650 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | 818 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |