1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 39 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
