2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 280 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
