1986 BMW 735 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW 735 (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 735 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
