2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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 193 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1997 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z9 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
