2009 BMW M6 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
