1994 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 334 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 740 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
