1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 BMW 630

To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Mazda 626 2007 BMW 630
Make Mazda BMW
Model 626 630
Year Released 1978 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2790 mm


 

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