1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 725 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 626 | 525 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |