1990 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 316 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
