1981 BMW 725 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 725 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| 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 |
