1979 BMW 728 vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 728 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
