1983 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
