1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 1046 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1990 BMW 850 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 850 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |