1978 Mazda 929 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 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 221 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929.
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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 929 | 535 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2968 mm |