1959 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1973 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Familia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2270 mm |
