1988 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 535 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
