2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (259 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
