1998 BMW M vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
