1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 626 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3071 mm |
