1992 BMW 850 vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1992 BMW 850 and 1992 Mazda 626 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) has 190 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. 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 626, 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) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (157 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
