1984 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
