1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 520 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2968 mm |
