1986 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
