2008 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Montrose |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
