1995 BMW S3 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 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 S3 (260 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | S3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
