2009 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 330 | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |