1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 929 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 929 | 740 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |