1994 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Mazda MX-3
To start off, both 1994 BMW 318 and 1994 Mazda MX-3 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,845 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-3 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Because 1994 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-3. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 318 | 1994 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
