2003 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
