2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 290 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | 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 | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
