1988 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
