1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa, 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Laputa | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |
