2009 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda B2300.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda B2300. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | M3 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |