1994 BMW 520 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
