1971 BMW 3 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 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 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2200 mm |
