1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 929 | 120 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |