1994 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 BMW 730.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2990 mm |
