2008 BMW 650 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | 929 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |