1972 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
