1996 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 545 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
