2009 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
