1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | B2500 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
