1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 721 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, 2008 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 316 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
