1973 BMW 3 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
