1949 BMW 340 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 340 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
