1973 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 37 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 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 4 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
