1996 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (121 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Lantis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1993 Mazda Lantis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 730 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 1996 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Lantis. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Lantis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | Lantis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
