1987 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1987 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
