1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 26 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1125 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
