2008 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 121 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
