1986 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 344 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
Because 1986 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 2010 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 BMW M3 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |