2009 BMW 118 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
