2009 BMW 120 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | 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 | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |