1992 BMW 850 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
