1990 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 525 | 929 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |