2001 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 320 | 929 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |