1989 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 929. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 929 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
