1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2761 mm |
