1988 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
