1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 1996 BMW Z3 and 1996 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1996 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z3 | MPV |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |