1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 13 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3.3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
