1985 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 2 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 655 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M6 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
