1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 929 | 325 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |