1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Touring | B2300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |