1994 BMW M3 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 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 199 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M3. 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 M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
