1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z9 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3200 mm |
