1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1305 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |
