1972 BMW Touring vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 323 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | 323 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |