1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 323 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
