2008 BMW 116 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
