2005 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
