2008 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 745 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
