2001 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
