1993 BMW 840 vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 840 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
