2009 BMW 730 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 75 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV. 2009 BMW 730 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. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 730 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 1865 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
