1995 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1977 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 525 (285 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
