1996 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
