1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 1981 BMW M1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW M1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 116 L |
