1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3.3 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |
