1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 929 | 735 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2940 mm |