2009 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1983 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
