1995 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 840 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
