1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 19 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 968 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | 323 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |