2012 BMW 128 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2012 BMW 128 and 2012 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 2012 BMW 128 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 2012 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 128 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
