1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
