1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 32 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
