1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Dinan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dinan (403 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6. 2013 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Dinan | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
