1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1065 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | X3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
