1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
