1978 BMW M1 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M1 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
