1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 756 kg more than 1971 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |
