2007 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
