2009 BMW 750 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
