1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 318 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |