1997 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
