1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
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, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 929 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2497 mm |