1972 BMW 520 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1967 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 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 520 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
