1995 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 17 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 194 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M5 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
