1974 BMW 518 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 518 (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 518 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 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 518 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 518 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
