2008 BMW 523 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 523 | 626 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |