1980 BMW M1 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M1 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
