1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2800 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
