1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 34 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 626 | 535 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 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 Length | 4310 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |