2000 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | 929 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |