1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 41 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 27 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 2800 | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 2800 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |