1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Z8 | B3000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |