1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
