1999 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
