1994 Mazda Sentia vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda Sentia | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Sentia | 316 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |