2004 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 535 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
