1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2800 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
