1992 BMW 740 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
