1971 BMW 3 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
