1992 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
