2009 BMW 650 vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 650 | 929 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |