1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 875 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |
