1994 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1995 Mazda Sentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
