1976 BMW 630 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 630 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
