1995 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
