1992 BMW 850 vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1992 BMW 850 and 1992 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
