2009 BMW 328 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
