2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 11 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 460 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | B4000 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
