2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | BT-50 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
