1995 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 330 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
