2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | B4000 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
