1980 BMW 725 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300.
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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 725 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |