2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z9 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
