2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Premacy | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Premacy | 750 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
