2008 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
