2008 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 2008 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6, 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 335 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |