1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Turbo | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
