1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2934 mm |
