2008 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
