1981 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1984 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
