1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 27 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1100 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
