2008 BMW 650 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 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 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 270 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 490 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.
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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | 929 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |