1995 BMW S3 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 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 285 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | S3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
