1971 BMW 3 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 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 123 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
