1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2800 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
