2003 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 17 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | 929 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |