1996 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 740 | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |