1998 Mazda MPV vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MPV | M6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2851 mm |