1985 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 325 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
