2009 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
