1972 BMW 3 vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1994 Mazda Sentia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Sentia. 1994 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
