1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
