1981 BMW 725 vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 725 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
