1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 2.8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
