1979 BMW 628 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 628 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
