1990 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 1990 BMW 525 (240 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
