1979 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 735 | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 735 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1530 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |