1992 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 730 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 730 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |