1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 490 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, 2012 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
