2005 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
