2000 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 328 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
