2008 BMW 630 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 630 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 630 | MPV |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |