1987 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, both 1987 BMW 316 and 1987 Mazda 929 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1987 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 316 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 316 | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1571 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |