1996 BMW 745 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
