1959 BMW 503 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 503 | Familia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |