2007 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
