1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 30 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1150 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2855 mm |
