2008 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 745 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
