2007 BMW 328 vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
