2005 BMW 530 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
