2009 BMW M6 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M6 | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |