2006 BMW 530 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1769 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
