1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 29 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1423 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3210 mm |
