1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 810 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2497 mm |
