2011 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa, 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 530 | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
