2009 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
