2009 BMW 116 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 36 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 365 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 116 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
