2005 BMW 745 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
