2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 171 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | Z4 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
