1959 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1769 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
