2009 BMW 740 vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 938 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
