1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | AZ-1 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2770 mm |
