2009 BMW 135 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 135 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
