1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 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 535 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
