2007 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
