1971 BMW 3 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 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 | 1380 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2990 mm |
