1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
