1977 BMW 728 vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 728 | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 728 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |