2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | B3000 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
