1976 BMW 630 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 1976 BMW 630 (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 630 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
