2001 BMW 745 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
