1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | AZ-1 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
