2006 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 BMW M3 (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | 323 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |