2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
