2008 BMW 650 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 170 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | 929 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |