1972 BMW 3 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
