1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 BMW 330

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1969 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Mazda Familia 2009 BMW 330
Make Mazda BMW
Model Familia 330
Year Released 1969 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 2991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 61 L


 

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