1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 3.3 (289 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3.3 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
