1996 BMW 735 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 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 46 kg more than 1996 BMW 735.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 735 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
