2009 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1994 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
