1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 990 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Familia | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 530 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2993 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2968 mm |