2004 BMW 745 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
