1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 626 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
