1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
