1995 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
