2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 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 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. 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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 335 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
