1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2800 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
