1971 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 36 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B3000. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
