1979 BMW 735 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 735 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 735 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
